Raisin Oatmeal Cookies recipe

3 servings

1/2 cup shortening

1 cup white sugar

2 eggs

1/4 cup milk

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 cup raisins

1 2/3 cups quick cooking oats

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Grease cookie sheets.

In a medium bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until smooth.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the milk.

Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon, gradually stir into the creamed mixture.

Add the raisins and quick oats; mix until just combined.

Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheet.

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven.

Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.